The Chengdu area is the home China's symbol, the Panda and features the world famous Panda research center. Why not see that Pandas and take in the other amazing attractions at the same time.
Day 1
Place & Transport: Beijing to Chengdu to Mt.Emei, Flight No. TBA
Today's Activities: Airport to Hotel Transfer (Chengdu), Leshan Giant Buddha, Cruise to have a overlook at Leshan Giant Buddha
Meals: Chinese Lunch
Detailed Itinerary:
Leshan Giant Buddha: The Great Buddha in Leshan is located to the east of Leshan City, Sichuan Province and on the Lingyun Mountain where Min River, Qingyi River and Dadu River meet. It has been the largest stone carved sitting Buddhist statue in the world so far.
Cruise to have a overlook at Leshan Giant Buddha: The Great Buddha in Leshan is located to the east of Leshan City, Sichuan Province and on the Lingyun Mountain where Min River, Qingyi River and Dadu River meet. It has been the largest stone carved sitting Buddhist statue in the world so far.You can sit on board to have an overlook at Leshan Giant Buddha.
Day 2
Place & Transport: Mt.Emei to Chengdu
Today's Activities: Cable Car leading to Monastery of Ten Thousand Years, Emei Mountain, Monastery of Ten Thousand Years
Meals: Breakfast, Chinese Lunch
Detailed Itinerary:
Cable Car leading to Monastery of Ten Thousand Years: The Wannian Monastery is the largest of the eight monasteries to be found on Mount Emei. It is dedicated to Bodhisattva Puxian who famous for his preaching.
Emei Mountain: One of the most famous mountains for Buddhism in China. It has many temples and beautiful scenery.Baoguo Temple lies right at the foot of Mt. Emei.
Monastery of Ten Thousand Years: 1,043 meters above sea level, was built in the 4th century. It was burned several times in the following centuries. The present brick building was reconstructed in the Ming dynasty (1368-1644). The Brick Hall, a domed building with small stupas on it, was built of bricks. In the hall is a statue of the Bodhisattva. Puxian on a white elephant, 8.5 meters high, cast in copper and bronze. It weight is estimated 62,000 kilograms.
Day 3
Place & Transport: Chengdu to Beijing, Flight No. TBA
Today's Activities: Airport Transfer (Chengdu), Du Fu Thatched Cottage, Wangjiang Park, Panda Breeding and Research Centre
Meals: Breakfast, Chinese Lunch at Qin Shan Zhai Restaurant(Lunch)
Du Fu Thatched Cottage: The poet Du Fu lived in Chengdu for years. In the west suburbs of the city, he built for himself a thatched hut and wrote a lot of poems here. The poet's thatched cottage is an important scenic and historic spot in Chengdu.
Wangjiang Park: Wangjiang Park is located two kilometers east of Chengdu, on the south bank of the Jinjiang River. The park is renowned because the famous poet, Xue Tao (768-831), once lived here. She originally came from Chang'an and later moved to Chengdu with her father.
Panda Breeding and Research Centre: 10km north of Chengdu this beautifully laid-out 230 hectare park is home to giant pandas, the endearing red, or lesser panda, and other endangered species. Visit the nursery to see the highly successful breeding program, and the many enclosures among lakes, bamboo groves and shady walkways, to view the pandas at rest and play. There's a wealth of information, a panda museum, and of course the engaging animals themselves.
Note: If you choose to stay on in Beijing for a few extra days, or arrive a few days early in Beijing, please let us know, and we'd be happy to extend your hotel bookings, or arrange additional tours for you.
* Prices are in US dollars, for one person. Prices are for references only, may vary according to different travel seasons.
